Strategic Packaging & Procurement Specialist

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement agency in Cape Town is seeking a detail-driven Buyer Packaging & Procurement Specialist to optimize procurement processes. You will manage a dynamic portfolio, focusing on cost-efficiency, supply continuity, and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates have a diploma/degree in Procurement or Packaging and a minimum of 3 years' experience in procurement. Proficiency in Excel and JDE is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement (packaging experience a plus).
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes and inventory control.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Strategically manage portfolio to drive cost-efficiency and supply continuity.
• Oversee local and international sourcing.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Finance, Logistics, and Marketing.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Strategic thinking

Detail-oriented

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Diploma/Degree in Procurement or Packaging

Tools

Excel

JDE or similar ERP

Job description

A leading procurement agency in Cape Town is seeking a detail-driven Buyer Packaging & Procurement Specialist to optimize procurement processes. You will manage a dynamic portfolio, focusing on cost-efficiency, supply continuity, and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates have a diploma/degree in Procurement or Packaging and a minimum of 3 years' experience in procurement. Proficiency in Excel and JDE is preferred.